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The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks

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A modern interior with a dark wooden door, a staircase with white balusters, and a view of a white car outside.
A wooden house with a gravel driveway and a small garden area.
A bedroom with a wooden door, a bed with towels, pillows, and a wall-mounted photo display.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a wooden door and a window with a view of the sky.
A spacious loft apartment with a black leather sofa, a wooden dining table, and a kitchen area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire
  • Place, RSPB Fowlsheugh
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunnottar Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Union Square Shopping Centre
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Stonehaven

Located within a mile (2 km) of RSPB Fowlsheugh, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dunnottar Castle. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • RSPB Fowlsheugh - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Dunnottar Castle - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Union Square Shopping Centre - 34 min drive - 24.1 miles
  • Aberdeen Harbour - 34 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • University of Aberdeen - 39 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Stonehaven Station - 7 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Creel Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Queen's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Marine Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Cafe Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bay Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks

Relax in the upstairs lounge enjoying the open country views, the wildlife on the window ledge and spectacular sunsets. Sleep snugly in the comfortable beds and dream sweetly in the silence of a Aberdeenshire country night. Take a short walk to Catterline to see the seals and enjoy a meal and a pint of real ale at the Creel Inn. Visit Fowlsheugh RSPB reserve and spot the puffins amongst the thousands of guillemots and razorbills.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: We allow small pets. Please contact us to discuss.

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Bunk Beds in one room, Books, Amazon & Netflix

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Stonehaven, close to Dunnottar Castle, Aunty Bettys, and Stonehaven Outdoor Pool. You'll also find Museum and Stonehaven Tolbooth within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchenette, a kitchenette in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), which is 23.1 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks?

No, you won't find cottage with balconies at The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks.

The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean & Comfortable

This property was perfectly located for us. Photos of the inside were very accurate and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shauna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Absolutely beautiful place to stay! Very clean and well stocked with all the supplies needed for multiple people to stay comfortably. Great views for the main room. A very short drive to the main town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

karen c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Boathouse

A lovely clean comfortable property in the countryside.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Countryside Stay Near Dunnottar

We had a really lovely stay at the boathouse—one senior and two adults—and it worked perfectly for us. The area is quiet and peaceful, which we really appreciated, and it’s so close to Dunnottar Castle. The house itself was super comfortable with great beds and all the amenities we needed. We felt right at home. Communication with the host was friendly, and helpful. A great place to relax and enjoy the countryside.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norbert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay to discover the Scottish coastline

this is a very nice house wich provides you with everything you need. In case something is missing the owners are living just next to it and are very responsive, even though we never met them in person. The only downside is the master-bed, which is for two adults definitly too small (except you are on a honeymoon ;-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home.

We LOVED staying at the Boathouse. The property was perfect for our 10 day self isolation, containing everything we needed - from laundry facilities to potato masher and cheese grater. It is a gem in the countryside, but conveniently close to grocery store. Mercedes and Gordon are gracious hosts, friendly and helpful but never invasive. We look forward to our next opportunity to stay at the Boathouse!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mandy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ein wunderschönes Haus, mit wirklich tollen Blick in die Landschaft. Es ist alles in der Küche vorhanden, was man benötigt, wir haben nichts vermisst.Das Haus ist liebevoll eingerichtet. Der nächste größere Ort ist Stonehaven, wo man gut einkaufen kann. Ein Aldi ist Richtung Aberdeen in ca25 Minuten zu erreichen.Das Haus liegt super eingebettet in der Landschaft, egal was man machen möchte, ob die Natur und die spektakulären Brutgebiete an den Felsen besuchen, eine große Stadt wie Aberdeen besuchen oder ein pittoreskes kleines Küstenstädtchen wie Stonehaven, in Max 30 Autominuten ist man da.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Super Aufenthalt

Das Boathouse war sehr gemütlich und top gepflegt. Alles funktionierte einwandfrei. Die Gastleute waren sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, für jede Frage erreichbar. Ein Auto ist bei der Lage sicher von Vorteil. Die Gegend ist wunderschön, reiche Tierwelt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

olivier m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superbe logement et très bien placé

Le logement est bien agencé et joliment meublé. Il est de plus très bien placé par rapport à la région d'Aberdeen que nous avons visitée. Très bon accueil. Merci
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location

A few shortcomings

The house was very clean and in general well equiped. Beds were comfortablr but there wasn't a kingsize and the second double was in fact a bed settee (some kind of futon) - they were comfortable but not as described. The bunk beds had very little headroom for the bottom bed user. Sadly the views of open countryside were spoiled as the field next to the house was a building site. The property sleeps 6 but there were only 5 comfortable seats in the lounge - three seater settee and two arm chairs. The coast is a good 1.3 mile walk from the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025